Manchester United — 78 points
Arsenal — 73 points
Manchester City — 71 points
Chelsea — 70 points
Aston Villa — 68 points
Liverpool — 66 points
Let's not talk about Manchester United, as they had already clinched their fifth Premier League title in seven seasons after beating Coventry City 3–1 at home on the final day of the campaign.
It was the perfect place and time to celebrate their triumph, marking the last fixture of the season at Old Trafford in style.
As for the relegated sides:
Charlton Athletic — 36 pts
Blackburn Rovers — 35 pts
Nottingham Forest — 30 pts
What makes the Premier League interesting now is the battle for a Champions League spot.
If City win, then nothing more needs to be said — their place in Europe's top competition is secured.
But if they lose and Chelsea win, then they will have to say goodbye to European competition next season.
Well, there is still the FA Cup, of course.
